Forklift Driver

Red Recruit Ltd; Grays; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking an experienced Removals Forklift Driver to join an international removals team in Thurrock. The role involves managing warehouse operations and operating forklift equipment to efficiently handle customer possessions. Candidates must hold valid Reach and Counterbalance licenses and have at least one year of experience. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking for a new challenge in the removals industry, ensuring a vital role in the logistics of moving goods.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience as a forklift driver in a warehouse environment.
• Valid Reach and Counterbalance licenses required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage checking in and out of goods.
• Operate forklift and assist in moving/loading goods.
• Complete necessary paperwork and conduct safety checks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse management

Problem-solving

Health and Safety compliance

Tools

Forklift equipment

Job description

We're looking for enthusiastic and experienced Forklift Drivers to join our clients busy and growing international removals team in Thurrock.

As Removals Forklift Driver, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining all aspects of the warehouse facility and operating forklift equipment involved in providing an efficient and effective warehouse services in relation to their business of moving customers household/ personal possessions.

Removals Forklift Driver duties include:

• Managing the checking in and out of goods
• Moving and unloading storage containers (manual handing)
• Providing assistance to the HGV Drivers and Porters in the moving and handling of customer goods when required
• Operating the forklift and physically lifting (aided and unaided) onto vehicles or into location
• Completing the necessary paperwork
• Undertake forklift safety checks and report any defects.
• Following H&S Guidelines and carrying out Banks-person duties when required
• Undertake regular training as required

We're keen to speak to experienced forklift drivers with who hold valid Reach and Counterbalance licences as well as the warehouse and problem solving skills this position demands. This position would suit forklift drivers who have held a similar position for at least one year and who are looking for a new challenge within the removals indust...